https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/apps/news/rss/schoolofmedicine/internal50 most recent storiesen-UScedba3ca-f7c5-4f6b-be30-b4633d6dfb79https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-medicine-physician-enrolls-their-first-patient-in-global-periprosthetic-joint-infection-clinical WVU Medicine physicians are participating in their second Peptilogics study to treat peri-prosthetic joint infections (PJI) of the knee, which is infection after joint replacement surgery. In 2022, WVU was the first site to dose a patient with a new antimicrobial medication in the Phase 1b clinical trial for the treatment of PJI.  WVU, led by Principal Investigator Dr. Matthew Dietz, is now collaborating on the follow up study, a global Phase 2/3 RETAIN trial, onto which the team has already enrolled its first patient.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-11T10:52:55-04:00201c3dfe-9c28-4726-81c2-713e64bb63f6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=olli-at-wvu-hosts-residents-aware-network-for-intelligent-assistance-enabling-your-home-to-becomefroOLLI at WVU will host the 20th annual Irving Goodman Aging Lecture on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 1 p.m. This year's lecture, "Residents Aware Network for Intelligent Assistance (RANIA): Enabling Your Home to Become the Frontline Caregiver," will be delivered by Y. V. Ramana Reddy, PhD.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-11T11:25:14-04:0062121633-770f-4710-8cab-8f8311270bc2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=move-from-qualtrics-legacy-results-reports-to-results-dashboardsOn Sept. 30, Qualtrics is retiring Legacy Results-Reports and moving to Results Dashboards. If you use Legacy Results-Reports, you'll need to move to Results Dashboards before the Sept. 30 deadline to avoid disruptions. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-10T10:45:45-04:006a5006c9-96c2-4411-b440-052fce188b53https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-grand-rounds-dr-mcmanus-to-give-presentation-on-hiv-researchKathleen McManus. MD, MSCR, will give a presentation on HIV research for the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, Sept. 11, at noon.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-08T12:35:19-04:00ee2f17ba-1eaf-4d11-9534-52bd818da8c4https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ophthalmology-grand-rounds-dr-bene-to-give-presentation-on-glaucomaDavid Bene, MD, FACS, will give a presentation on glaucoma for the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7 a.m.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-08T11:50:18-04:0035b7853c-fb9b-4145-8a2f-f7133cf4fefbhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-researchers-seek-participants-for-study-examining-cbd-and-driving-performanceResearchers at the West Virginia University School of Public Health are seeking volunteers to participate in a study exploring how cannabidiol (CBD) may affect driving performance, cognition and sedation among healthy adults.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-07T13:50:19-04:00f6567c64-bb32-48f0-a96a-a225abd5ec0fhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=register-for-simulation-week-sept-14-18_0STEPS is offering a series of informational sessions and an opportunity to recognize excellence in simulation education.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-08T11:38:32-04:007b2685ab-c223-4f8b-a19d-8767ddd3c80ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=operation-blue-sky-hosting-purpose-week-events-to-recharge-this-semesterWest Virginia University's Operation Blue Sky has several events scheduled in September to celebrate Purpose Week. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-08T14:38:09-04:00391e8672-1948-45e9-9fdf-a7ff43e395dchttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=cisco-phone-service-including-jabber-to-be-retired-sept-15_0The two-year project to move the University's phone service from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone is nearly complete. Migrations are complete for the main campus and regional campuses, and the Health Sciences campus migration is substantially complete.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-07T13:45:31-04:009132d061-1396-4eb6-b13c-8abce2cb9894https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=call-for-proposals-mountain-state-conference-on-disabilitiesThe Mountain State Conference on Disabilities is seeking proposals for short courses, workshops, and poster sessions to take place during the conference at Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, WV on April 15-17, 2027.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-08T08:53:21-04:000a8c4814-d3b2-4e32-8dbd-a261b7fe78b1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ophthalmology-grand-rounds-dr-siso-and-riner-to-give-presentationsDeniz Siso, MD, and Derrick Riner will give presentations for the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at 7 a.m.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-01T10:01:37-04:0075245c72-5c02-4bc4-b757-0af2a5f8bbebhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-student-research-finds-that-medical-school-financial-assistance-programs-undefinancegraduateeducationresearchA research team comprised of students, faculty and staff from the West Virginia University School of Medicine discovered that medical school financial assistance programs are being underutilized by medical students who could qualify for financial help.  Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T15:21:48-04:00caf2fc3d-e5e2-4a8f-ab58-2150d99384bfhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=bernat-to-run-marathon-to-benefit-pediatric-epilepsy-research-organization#facultynewsWest Virginia University School of Medicine Assistant Professor D.J. Bernat, Ph.D., is ready to run beyond his normal duties of teaching and caring for his patients to raise money for an organization that will benefit the world around him. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T15:22:12-04:000f6336b2-47f9-40b7-8cea-fd4861490ba7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=annual-hsc-fire-alarm-test-scheduled-for-friday-sept-4A fire alarm test for the Health Sciences Campus – HSC South, HSC North, HSC addition and Erma Byrd Biomedical Research Facility – will take place from 5 to 7 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T08:36:08-04:0042d766a8-3380-48ca-964e-2543766e514bhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=registration-for-mountain-state-cyber-summit-openWest Virginia's cybersecurity and technology communities will come together on Oct. 28 in Morgantown for the 2026 Mountain State Cyber Summit + Tech Yeah, a new collaboration designed to connect leaders across different industries.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T08:35:38-04:00bdbabe96-00d3-4117-b3c8-5c0652f61e67https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-faculty-orientation-welcomes-wvu-health-sciences-and-wvu-medicine-facultyNew faculty members from WVU Health Sciences and WVU Medicine are invited to attend New Faculty Orientation on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Bruce McClymonds Conference Center. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T08:34:49-04:00f37bf31a-acf9-4838-b1b7-067599f9a9b2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=nominatehsc-employee-ofmonth-through-blue-skyOperation Blue Sky will be honoring a Health Science's Employee of the Month each quarter beginning in September 2026.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-09-01T08:49:05-04:00b2b260b1-fcf4-42d5-b43a-b71d5bc08184https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=in-remembrance-amanda-acord-vira-edd-otr-l-cbis-faotaDr. Amanda Acord-Vira, beloved daughter of Frank and Cathy Acord of Beckley, WV, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. Amanda was a bright, generous soul whose compassion touched everyone she met. Her family and friends knew her as someone who led with her heart — a woman whose spirit was unmistakably kind, sincere, and devoted. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-27T09:37:22-04:0001cbd7da-ecec-451b-a414-379f7bbb3ecehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dr-alyson-leo-gives-back-to-hometown-with-patient-careOld-fashioned primary care is alive and well in Elkins, thanks in part to Dr. Alyson Leo. While a student at WVU School of Medicine, the Institute for Community and Rural Health's programs pinpointed her passion to practicing medicine in her hometown—and now she's giving back.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-26T12:13:08-04:00368d45f7-1442-42ac-b99b-77e7235d7490https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=action-required-okta-desktop-password-sync-for-macosAhead of Apple's next major software update expected this fall, WVU is rolling out Okta Desktop Password Sync for university-managed Macs.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T08:33:25-04:0035e885df-b9c7-4f16-9e66-17af2387377dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=join-school-of-public-health-for-graduate-programs-information-sessions_1Have you considered taking your career or education to the next level? Join WVU School of Public Health director of admissions and recruitment for one of our virtual information sessions that explore our various master's programs and provide tips on how to apply!Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-31T15:20:08-04:0045d969c2-697a-47ff-9c15-a484be141fd2https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=faculty-invited-to-school-of-medicine-m-d-tailgate-before-wvu-oklahoma-st-gamealumnimedicaleducationmedicine-internalsomkindWVU School of Medicine M.D. program faculty, alumni and students are invited to join their peers in cheering on the Mountaineers as they take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys Saturday, Sept. 26.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-28T15:54:00-04:00a76c1f21-aa85-4488-8f58-e66974890275https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-to-host-global-health-week-oct-5-9-2026The West Virginia University School of Medicine Global Health Program will host Global Health Week Oct. 5-9 with daily presentations at noon in room 1905 of the Health Sciences Center highlighting current topics and the future of health care worldwide.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-26T15:53:34-04:00460b55a1-8db4-4cec-8be7-78e8c1849fc3https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-grand-rounds-dr-barghouti-to-give-presentation-on-cortisol-interpretation-in-internal-medicNadia Barghouti, MD, MPH, will give a presentation on cortisol interpretation in internal medicine for the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, Aug. 28, at noon. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-24T10:51:30-04:00393c2049-d7b9-4160-a2dc-e392955a39e7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=blood-drive-planned-for-september-1-at-j-w-ruby-memorial-hospitalAn American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Tuesday, September 1, from noon to 6 p.m. at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital Bruce McClymonds Conference Room A, for WVU employees and students. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-20T16:32:02-04:00a966f471-8051-4973-bb10-8465434f3be6https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=schreurs-receives-continued-funding-for-dementias-studyBernard Schreurs, assistant vice president of Research Development in the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center and professor in the School of Medicine Department of Neuroscience, has received notification of continued funding for the research project "Stroke and Alzheimer's Disease Related Dementias." Paul Chantler, professor, and James Simpkins, professor emeritus, in the School of Medicine Department of Neuroscience, serve as co-principle investigators.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-19T14:52:22-04:001e41c3e9-28f6-4008-ac63-bbd92fa62fe1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=nurkiewicz-receives-continued-funding-for-systems-toxicology-pre-doctoral-trainingTim Nurkiewicz, professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Physiology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, has received notification of continued funding for the research project "Pre-doctoral Training in Systems Toxicology."Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-19T14:33:41-04:000a79375c-4887-43df-bbf4-b0552dc4ef97https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hsc-north-detour-scheduled-for-monday-august-24-and-tuesday-august-25On Monday, August 24, and Tuesday, August 25, the door to the hallway that connects the Pylons Commons Area to Fukushima Auditorium will be closed while crews work to install a new mural.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-27T15:34:27-04:00700797a4-39c9-4b8c-8742-548233e38d58https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-grand-rounds-dr-pellegrino-to-give-presentation-on-subspecialty-careBethany Pellegrino, MD, will give a presentation on sub-subspecialty care for the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, Aug. 21, at noon.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T15:57:59-04:003858be91-7026-46d3-ba8a-b12fb80f4bd7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=department-of-medicine-hosts-annual-john-e-parker-pulmonary-and-sleep-symposiumThe Department of Medicine's Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine hosted its annual John E. Parker Pulmonary and Sleep Symposium on July 31.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-20T13:35:01-04:0091888243-5104-41bc-88ce-e9397b852133https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ophthalmology-grand-rounds-drs-clark-and-mahmud-to-give-presentationsForrest Clark, MD, and Haseeb Mahmud, MD, will give presentations for the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 7 a.m.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T10:24:06-04:00a23b64ec-444c-4545-ad88-9ce808178d7ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=pilot-project-offers-insights-for-identifying-patients-at-risk-for-hereditary-cancerAs the WVU Cancer Institute continues to grow throughout the state, cross-collaboration and teamwork help set us up for success. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T09:00:01-04:0029b1ce2e-2180-4fd1-b5b5-be237df753b7https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=register-for-simulation-week-sept-14-18Registration is now open for Simulation Week, which will be held September 14-18. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-20T13:34:39-04:00d0fa6d37-30cf-4c0a-b239-8fd03196dc08https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=registration-is-open-for-anthony-g-dibartolomeo-internal-medicine-conferenceThe WVU Department of Medicine will host the Annual Anthony G. DiBartolomeo Internal Medicine Conference on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, from 7:30 AM – 3:15 PM at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-20T13:34:06-04:00e96af00a-7cd4-4827-b567-728bf52c6b8dhttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=2026-prep-pipeline-rural-education-program-application-opens-wednesday-august-19-2026Are you a West Virginia University junior or senior looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? The Pipeline Rural Education Program (PREP), an initiative of the WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health, introduces undergraduate students to vital pathways in rural healthcare professions.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T11:20:34-04:00e7756016-276d-429c-968f-669219ffbd50https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=2026-rush-rural-undergraduate-shadowing-in-healthcare-program-application-opens-tuesday-august-18-20The Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare (RUSH) program, hosted by the WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health, is the perfect introduction to the rewarding world of rural healthcare.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T11:07:27-04:00fe44adad-537c-4566-8454-e85d7072dbc0https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=application-process-opens-for-2026-jon-michael-moore-trauma-center-research-grantsThe WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital John Michael Moore Trauma Center (JMMTC), the region's only American College of Surgeons nationally verified Level I Trauma Center, is accepting applications for its 2026 Trauma Research Grants. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-14T12:50:20-04:00cd1891a0-f9cc-4650-8b95-c8544b7d0293https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=cisco-phone-service-including-jabber-to-be-retired-sept-15Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 15, the University's Cisco phone system will no longer receive technical support, maintenance, or updates. If you have not migrated to Zoom Phone, contact the ITS Service Desk as soon as possible for assistance and guidance on your next steps.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-18T11:07:35-04:0021dd3799-f22d-4953-ae5b-2a6e9154d3c3https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-receives-notification-of-funding-for-research-aimed-at-developing-novel-theraThe West Virginia University School of Medicine received notification of continued funding for a research project that aims to develop novel therapies for the blinding disease known as retinitis pigmentosa.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-11T15:52:58-04:00659eb974-48d3-4e23-b5c3-2df42d252f0ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-grand-rounds-dr-simmons-to-give-presentation-on-gerdJoseph Simmons, MD, will give a presentation on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, Aug. 14, at noon.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-11T09:48:09-04:00100c0d3b-ba81-455e-9e4e-67adb265aa13https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=reminder-wvu-medicine-launches-health-track-hub-to-fast-track-specialty-care-for-patients-with-time-(Note: The original version of this announcement appeared in WVU Medicine Connect. You can view the announcement here. Login required.)Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-10T14:56:06-04:00ac5505c1-a1e5-4cf1-9c5d-cea298ff04e8https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=faculty-and-staff-invited-to-sponsor-hydration-station_1WELLWVU invites University departments and organizations to pass out water and snacks to students and community members in the Downtown area of campus, while reminding them to stay hydrated and be safe if they choose to drink alcohol. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-12T15:48:45-04:00964d0acf-f365-4b69-9093-a65e5cec8ac9https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dr-brian-boone-named-division-chief-for-surgical-oncologyAssociate Professor and Surgical Oncologist Brian Boone, MD, has been named the division chief for the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-05T15:39:25-04:0027a0bebd-fdc5-4d8e-a12b-42fbaccbdb40https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-eye-institute-to-host-free-flood-relief-clinic-for-families-affected-by-recent-flooding-in-centrThe West Virginia University Eye Institute will host a free flood relief clinic for families affected by recent flooding in Central West Virginia at WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital in Buckhannon on Saturday, August 29, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-05T15:43:02-04:00df096b00-b3c8-4c24-abd6-ba1706d3224ehttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvctsi-project-echo-marks-10-years-of-transforming-healthcare-access-across-west-virginia-and-beyondFor patients throughout West Virginia, access to specialty care has long been a challenge. Getting expert specialty treatment once meant choosing between hours of travel or going without it altogether. Ten years ago, the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) set out to change that.Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-06T08:41:22-04:00c84a6ce0-8fd8-4b07-b05d-b046bb6de169https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-grand-rounds-dr-freedman-to-give-presentation-on-sleep-disordered-breathingNeil Freedman, MC, FCCP, will give a presentation on sleep-disordered breathing for the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, July 31, at noon.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-28T12:12:53-04:007736dfdd-21d5-449e-8de1-0147c1ce263ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=martha-sturms-to-retire-after-decades-of-service-towvu-school-of-dentistryFor generations of students, faculty, and staff at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Martha Sturms has been a steady presence, trusted resource, and strong advocate. After nearly 40 years of dedicated service to the School, she will retire at the end of August.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-04T15:11:37-04:00b472c049-9f4d-444a-a95c-7b70af8ad007https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=maverick-answerscall-of-service-at-scouting-america-s-national-jamboreeYou never know when you might be called upon to step up and serve, and when MAVERICK, the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute's (WVCTSI) mobile clinical trials unit, got the call to assist at the Scouting America National Jamboree in Fayette County, the operating team quickly moved into action.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-07-27T13:11:53-04:005a2d73bb-0942-42fb-993b-51ba0fbbc40ahttps://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=cardiovascular-health-in-pregnancy-to-be-focus-of-next-west-virginia-university-and-johns-hopkins-ruCollaboration continues between WVU School of Public Health and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health as their Rural Health Initiative series resumes with the Rural Health Convos: From Pregnancy to Practice—Infrastructure for Rural Health Research virtual discussion on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-04T15:42:25-04:00eec3bff7-4626-4368-a1fc-42ed6022bcc1https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=elevators-in-hsc-north-unavailable-briefly-on-monday-july-27On Monday, July 27, from 5 to 7 p.m., the elevators in HSC North will be shut down for the contractor to do electrical work as part of the overall elevator restoration project.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-08-27T15:34:08-04:00